Vocaloid Artists to Perform At North America's Biggest Anime Event, Anime Expo 2026
Renowned Vocaloid Artists to Perform At North America's Biggest Anime Event, ANIME EXPO 2026
kz (livetune), Satapan-P, TeddyLoid, Hachiōji-P, and picco to Appear at Los Angeles Event
Tokyo, Japan – Dwango, a Japanese company operating digital content services including the video platform Niconico, announced that it will hold a new DJ event called “JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID at Anime Expo 2026” on July 4, one of the largest anime conventions in the world, held in Los Angeles.
The lineup celebrates the history of Japanese Vocaloid music, featuring both pioneering producers who turned music built from the singing-synthesizer software into a phenomenon and new names warping it in new directions. Creators kz (livetune) and Hachiōji-P helped build the sonic vocabulary of Vocaloid in the late 2000s with a style merging club energy with pop hooks, and both have continued evolving in the years since. They'll be joined by special guest TeddyLoid, a hard-hitting producer who has dabbled in Vocaloid while also creating global hits for artists such as Ado, DAOKO and many more.
The new guard of Vocaloid is represented by a pair of artists approaching the style in drastically different ways. SatapanP mutates the technology into something frantic, always able to create catchy melodies underneath the frenzied sounds he works up. More Technicolor is picco, a creator who dubs her house-accented sound “Hyper Kawaii Music.” They show how the style continues to change and grow nearly two decades after its debut.
'JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID' will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center and is free to attend for all Anime Expo ticket holders.
Dwango is currently promoting the “Young Creator Discovery and Global Expansion Project through Niconico-led Initiatives,” supported by the Creator Support Fund. This project aims to nurture emerging creators involved in vocaloid music into globally influential talents. This event is part of that initiative. Moving forward, Dwango will continue to expand opportunities for creators to connect across borders with fans, production partners, and clients by participating in influential events worldwide, while fostering community building, resource sharing and networking.
kz (livetune)
A music producer known for numerous hit songs in anime and game music. In addition to creating many iconic Hatsune Miku tracks such as “Tell Your World” and “Hand in Hand,” he has also worked on remix projects for globally renowned EDM artists including Zedd and AfroJack.
Satapan-P
A “hyper Vocaloid producer” who gained global attention by surpassing 1 million YouTube subscribers within just two years of debut. Known for his unique style blending multiple genres into chaotic, pop, and thrilling compositions. His signature track “Yababaina” has exceeded 15 million views.
TeddyLoid (Special Appearance)
A music producer and DJ active in both Japan and the United States. He has created numerous hits across a wide range of fields, including Ado's “Odo” and “Show,” as well as music anime titles such as Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt and Pokémon, in addition to game and commercial music.
Hachiōji-P
Often referred to as a “prince of the Vocaloid scene,” he produces Vocaloid tracks characterized by electronic sounds rooted in dance music. In addition to his own releases, he is also active in producing and writing songs for vocalists. His notable works include “Kimagure Mercy” and “Gimme×Gimme.”
picco
A Tokyo-based trackmaker and Vocaloid producer. She primarily creates music using Vocaloid, featuring catchy and uplifting electronic sounds. Describing her style as “Hyper Kawaii Music,” her work resonates strongly with subculture and internet music scenes, steadily expanding his fanbase.
JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID at Anime Expo 2026 Overview
■ Date & Time: July 4, 2026 (Sat) 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (PT)
■ Venue: The Novo (Los Angeles, California, USA)
■ Lineup: kz (livetune), Satapan-P, TeddyLoid, Hachiōji-P, picco
■ Event Page: https://www.anime-expo.org/2026/04/08/japan-music-vocaloid-is-coming-to-anime-expo-2026/
■ Supported by: Japan Arts and Culture Promotion Fund for Strengthening Cultural and Artistic Activities (Creator Development & Cultural Facility Value Enhancement Program)
Japan Arts Council (Independent Administrative Institution)
Japan creator support fund.jpg
Agency for Cultural Affaires Gov jp logo.jpg
ANIME EXPO Overview
■ Dates: July 2 (Thu) – July 5 (Sun), 2026
■ Organizer: Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation
■ Venue: Los Angeles Convention Center (Los Angeles, California, USA)
■ Official Website: https://www.anime-expo.org/
Anime Expo logo.png
Related URLs
■ Young Creator Discovery and Global Expansion Project through Niconico-led Initiatives:
https://creator.ntj.jac.go.jp/creators/Dwango
■ Japan Creator Support Fund:
https://creator.ntj.jac.go.jp/
“VOCALOID” and “Vocalo” are registered trademarks of Yamaha Corporation.
kz (livetune), Satapan-P, TeddyLoid, Hachiōji-P, and picco to Appear at Los Angeles Event
Tokyo, Japan – Dwango, a Japanese company operating digital content services including the video platform Niconico, announced that it will hold a new DJ event called “JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID at Anime Expo 2026” on July 4, one of the largest anime conventions in the world, held in Los Angeles.
The lineup celebrates the history of Japanese Vocaloid music, featuring both pioneering producers who turned music built from the singing-synthesizer software into a phenomenon and new names warping it in new directions. Creators kz (livetune) and Hachiōji-P helped build the sonic vocabulary of Vocaloid in the late 2000s with a style merging club energy with pop hooks, and both have continued evolving in the years since. They'll be joined by special guest TeddyLoid, a hard-hitting producer who has dabbled in Vocaloid while also creating global hits for artists such as Ado, DAOKO and many more.
The new guard of Vocaloid is represented by a pair of artists approaching the style in drastically different ways. SatapanP mutates the technology into something frantic, always able to create catchy melodies underneath the frenzied sounds he works up. More Technicolor is picco, a creator who dubs her house-accented sound “Hyper Kawaii Music.” They show how the style continues to change and grow nearly two decades after its debut.
'JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID' will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center and is free to attend for all Anime Expo ticket holders.
Dwango is currently promoting the “Young Creator Discovery and Global Expansion Project through Niconico-led Initiatives,” supported by the Creator Support Fund. This project aims to nurture emerging creators involved in vocaloid music into globally influential talents. This event is part of that initiative. Moving forward, Dwango will continue to expand opportunities for creators to connect across borders with fans, production partners, and clients by participating in influential events worldwide, while fostering community building, resource sharing and networking.
kz (livetune)
A music producer known for numerous hit songs in anime and game music. In addition to creating many iconic Hatsune Miku tracks such as “Tell Your World” and “Hand in Hand,” he has also worked on remix projects for globally renowned EDM artists including Zedd and AfroJack.
Satapan-P
A “hyper Vocaloid producer” who gained global attention by surpassing 1 million YouTube subscribers within just two years of debut. Known for his unique style blending multiple genres into chaotic, pop, and thrilling compositions. His signature track “Yababaina” has exceeded 15 million views.
TeddyLoid (Special Appearance)
A music producer and DJ active in both Japan and the United States. He has created numerous hits across a wide range of fields, including Ado's “Odo” and “Show,” as well as music anime titles such as Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt and Pokémon, in addition to game and commercial music.
Hachiōji-P
Often referred to as a “prince of the Vocaloid scene,” he produces Vocaloid tracks characterized by electronic sounds rooted in dance music. In addition to his own releases, he is also active in producing and writing songs for vocalists. His notable works include “Kimagure Mercy” and “Gimme×Gimme.”
picco
A Tokyo-based trackmaker and Vocaloid producer. She primarily creates music using Vocaloid, featuring catchy and uplifting electronic sounds. Describing her style as “Hyper Kawaii Music,” her work resonates strongly with subculture and internet music scenes, steadily expanding his fanbase.
JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID at Anime Expo 2026 Overview
■ Date & Time: July 4, 2026 (Sat) 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (PT)
■ Venue: The Novo (Los Angeles, California, USA)
■ Lineup: kz (livetune), Satapan-P, TeddyLoid, Hachiōji-P, picco
■ Event Page: https://www.anime-expo.org/2026/04/08/japan-music-vocaloid-is-coming-to-anime-expo-2026/
■ Supported by: Japan Arts and Culture Promotion Fund for Strengthening Cultural and Artistic Activities (Creator Development & Cultural Facility Value Enhancement Program)
Japan Arts Council (Independent Administrative Institution)
Japan creator support fund.jpg
Agency for Cultural Affaires Gov jp logo.jpg
ANIME EXPO Overview
■ Dates: July 2 (Thu) – July 5 (Sun), 2026
■ Organizer: Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation
■ Venue: Los Angeles Convention Center (Los Angeles, California, USA)
■ Official Website: https://www.anime-expo.org/
Anime Expo logo.png
Related URLs
■ Young Creator Discovery and Global Expansion Project through Niconico-led Initiatives:
https://creator.ntj.jac.go.jp/creators/Dwango
■ Japan Creator Support Fund:
https://creator.ntj.jac.go.jp/
“VOCALOID” and “Vocalo” are registered trademarks of Yamaha Corporation.
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